03 Feb 1977
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Newspaper
Danville Register
Location
Danville, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1977
Page
1
A garbled report notes Punxsutawney Phil, the prognosticating groundhog, saw his shadow on Wednesday, signaling believers that winter will persist for six more weeks.
The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club members observe Phil in frigid dawn weather as he fails to see a shadow, signaling six more weeks of winter. Spectators, media, and town officials note the ceremony’s local spirit despite criticism of the tradition. Nearby towns report similar forecasts from other groundhogs amid cold, heavy snowfall.
Balloonist Kurl Thomas attempting a two week cross country run in a hot air balloon was forced to land near the Mexico border 20 miles east of Yuma Arizona after winds and a restricted area blocked passage. Sheriff deputies and volunteers searched rugged terrain for about three hours before rescue. Thomas planned to resume toward Daytona Florida once winds turn favorable. The Forbes cross country record is 41 days.
Officials warn cattlemen are thinning herds, signaling tighter beef supplies and higher prices. A Meat Institute survey shows 3 percent fewer cattle on feed in January versus a year ago, with ranchers shipping 4 percent less market output in Q1. Cold weather and frost damage push food costs higher as orange juice concentrate prices climb in six cities.
The House voted to extend its Assassinations Committee until March 31 while Justice Department lawyers say there is no evidence of a conspiracy in King's death. The panel, facing a high $6.5 million yearly price tag, remains under scrutiny as new leadership and delayed releases try to shape the inquiry into Kennedy and King deaths.
The measure would authorize emergency gas transfers from western states to the frigid East to protect life and property with a focus on temporary relief through April. It allows pipelines to purchase gas through July 31 at higher levels, while factories may remain closed if shortages persist. Republican and Democratic leaders weigh tax rebates and long term energy plans amid political disputes.
A DuPont executive Jeffery Agate 53 is shot dead in Londonderry as he walks from his home after parking his car. Police say the attacker waited and fired multiple shots, killing him instantly. his wife found the body. Agate led the Northern Ireland branch of DuPont Co and was a former Royal Navy serviceman. The killing occurs amid Northern Ireland unrest, with Prime Ministerial remarks citing control of the situation.
Federal Power Commissioner Holloman warns layoffs and plant shutdowns due to a severe natural gas shortage may continue into spring even with mild weather. He cites dwindling production and interstate pipeline deliveries, storage drawdowns, and emergency rationing limits as key factors.
In New Haven Connecticut AP report Jean Rogers, mother of three, battles multiple sclerosis amid a harsh winter. Her husband is jobless and son Wayne 16 was laid off from construction, leaving the family with $46 monthly welfare and little food or fuel. Neighbors and Salvation Army aided with meals. Rogers herself faces surgery after a difficult year, but she hopes to return home soon.
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